What is B2O5? Important knowledge about B2O5

1. Definition of B₂O₅

1.1 Names
1.1.1 Common Name: B₂O₅ is commonly known as Boron pentoxide.
1.1.2 English Name: The English name for B₂O₅ is Boron pentoxide.
1.2 Atomic Structure: B₂O₅ consists of 2 boron atoms and 5 oxygen atoms.
1.3 Atomic Mass: The atomic mass of B₂O₅ is 141.61.
1.3.1 Molecular Structure: The B₂O₅ molecule consists of 2 boron atoms and 5 oxygen atoms.
1.4 Ion Structure: B₂O₅ does not form ions.

2. Properties of B₂O₅

2.1 Physical Properties of B₂O₅
State: Solid under laboratory conditions.
Color: White.
Odor: Odorless.
PH: Does not contain H+ so PH is not calculated.
2.2 Chemical Properties of B₂O₅: B₂O₅ has a strong oxidizing property and can react with water to form boronic acid H₃BO₃.

3. Common Chemical Equations of B₂O₅
   Metal Reaction: B₂O₅ + 6Na -> 2NaBO₂ + Na₂O.
   Acid Reaction: B₂O₅ + 3H₂SO₄ -> 2H₃BO₃ + 3SO₃.
   Non-Metal Reaction: B₂O₅ + 5C -> 2B + 5CO.
   Reaction with Salt: B₂O₅ does not react with salt.

4. Preparation of B₂O₅

4.1 Laboratory Preparation of B₂O₅: Heating boron in air produces B₂O₅.
4.2 Industrial Preparation of B₂O₅: It is prepared by burning boron in air.